2002 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2002 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
